Area players earn all-state recognition

July 05, 2001|By Mike Dunn

For the second straight year, St. Mary advanced to the Division IV softball quarterfinals. Westerman, who led the team in virtually every offensive category, played a key role in helping her team to rebound from an 0-6 start to eventually repeat as district and regional champions. Westerman was named Class D first team all-state.

Westerman led the Snowbirds in batting average (.438), hits (35), stolen bases (26), and runs scored (44) this season. Westerman was also a dynamic leader whose presence inspired everyone to play a little better. "There's no way you can measure how much Annie means to the girls on this team," coach Haydee Krepps said during the season.

Joburg recorded a 24-6 record in 2001 and advanced to the Division IV regional tournament before being eliminated. As they have throughout their prep careers, Guild and Ewing played major roles in the success that the Cardinals enjoyed. The pair combined for 92 RBIs and 17 home runs.

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Joburg coach Rick Guild has been at the helm of the Cardinals for 26 years and 506 wins. He has high praise for the two players who have been three-year starters for him.

"I've been fortunate to have several fine athletes and all-state players over the years," the coach remarked. "Quite frankly, I have never had two players of the caliber of Tim Guild and Marcus Ewing."